Job Introduction

Turning Point is a leading Social Enterprise which supports people with a wide range of complex needs across Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, Substance Misuse and Public Health. We are currently recruiting for a Recovery Worker to work across the District, where you’ll have the chance to make a real difference to the lives of the people we support who are experiencing difficulties from drugs and alcohol usage.

As a Recovery Worker you’ll have the chance to make a real difference to the lives of the people we support who are experiencing difficulties from drugs and alcohol use, working with them to develop the personal, flexible and realistic support packages they need to help turn things around.  Your work will focus on developing strength-based detox or rehab plans, providing information and supporting individuals to access both inpatient detox or residential rehabilitation.

Role Responsibility

To assist in delivering Turning Point’s Substance Misuse strategy which reflects our person centred values and the high levels of ambition we have both for the recovery of the individuals for whom we provide support and the development of our own staff by leading, developing and co-ordinating a team of Recovery and Support Workers to ensure the delivery of high quality, innovative care.

You will be responsible for ensuring you and your team work flexibly in a variety of settings, creating care and support plans that meet the needs of the service and clients in accordance with the recovery agenda, by;

• Leading and co-ordinating all processes relating to referrals to inpatient detoxification and residential rehabilitation liaising with Adult Care Services
• Tracking all referrals to inpatient detox and residential rehabilitation and ensure that appropriate actions are taken by Recovery Workers at appropriate times and that outcomes are tracked
• Leading on the development and refinement of processes relating to residential rehabilitation including developing paperwork, tracking spreadsheets and process guides and support the set up and facilitation of PSI groups relevant to Tier 4
• Specifically offering support and guidance relating to financial assessments
• Developing and leading on a residential rehabilitation referral and decision panel including ensuring all preparatory work and follow up is completed
• To quality assure all inpatient detox and residential rehab referrals
• To work with Senior Managers to ensure that spending on residential rehabilitation does not exceed allocated budget
• Developing strength-based detox or rehab plans with individuals that are; comprehensive, person-centred and individualised based on a clear assessment of that individual’s needs and circumstances.
• Involving individuals and their family/advocates in the planning of the individual’s care.
• Facilitating escorted visits to residential rehabilitation services and other service providers as part of the day-to-day role
• Developing service information for reception areas and information packs for our service users
• Attend team meetings to review with key workers service users who are eligible for referral

The Ideal Candidate

Essential Requirements:

• Knowledge of Tier 4 processes
• Proven verbal and written communications that can be modified to different situations
• Collaborative team working skills
• Adaptable and resilient to work in a changing and challenging environment
• Ability to deliver against agreed goals, targets and outcomes
• Ability to work on own initiative whilst providing home visits and satellite working
• Substance misuse knowledge
• Evidence that demonstrates DANOS competence
• Recovery caseload management of both high volumes and complex nature
• Able to deliver client interventions in a person- centred way
• Demonstrable skills and knowledge in assessing risk presented by clients to themselves and others
• Harm reduction, suicide and self harm awareness
• Wide and flexible range of client interventions
• Management of incidents of a violent or aggressive nature
• Driving licence and access to own vehicle

Passionate about people, you’ll enjoy the opportunity and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress in your career within a social enterprise. So if you’re ambitious and ready for a fresh challenge with a sector leader then this could be the opportunity for you.

About us

Why Turning Point?

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
• 28 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
• An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
• Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
• Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
• Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
• Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
• Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
• A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applicants before the advertised closed date.

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